Sunday, August 19, 2012

Considering

We are considering getting a cow. (One of our moms think we might be slightly crazy [we might be], the other thinks we should at least get a cute one...) :-)

We've looked at these Dexters, from a herd nearby, a couple of times now. The Dexter cattle attract us because it is a smaller statured, dual-purpose breed. We would start with a young, bred, milk cow and consider raising the calf for beef.

I go back and forth between excited-let's-do-it-can't-wait, and what-are-we-thinking-of??? Crandon reminds me that this is a season-by-season commitment. If milking gets overwhelming we can sell the cow, or keep it and use it to raise beef calves.

I do get excited about having fresh milk and making our own butter, yogurt and soft cheeses!

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Welcome to my Blog!

My name is Angela and I'm in my dream job: wife to my wonderful husband, mother to my little boy, and keeper of our home! As time allows, which isn't much these days, I am also a custom seamstress and pattern designer in Northern California.

I love the feel of fabric in my hands, the beauty of tiny details, the satisfaction of a finished project; I savor long walks, good talks, a well organized closet, a book with coffee. I delight in life with my best friend, the sound of my little boy's laugh. I live to know God more, and show Him gratitude for the gift of eternal life He's given through Jesus.

I started blogging as a business tool--an online portfolio of projects. These days, though, you're just as likely to find pictures of the baby, the latest recipe, or an update on our milk cow!